Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps

These Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a great low-carb and keto alternative to tacos. Fresh romaine lettuce leaves are stuffed with taco seasoned ground turkey and veggies. Meal prep this quick and easy recipe for a simple and healthy lunch or dinner to enjoy all week!

Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps Recipe

Something shifted in me these last few years and now I cannot seem to get enough Mexican food!

Without fail, at least one meal per day that has a Mexican flair is consumed.

Healthy Mexican Breakfast Casserole for breakfast.

Instant Pot al Pastor Tacos for lunch.

And then dinner… why these ground turkey taco lettuce wraps, of course!

While most Mexican food has been known to be laden with cheese and dripping with unhealthy grease, that doesn’t always have to be the case!

There are numerous Mexican dishes that actually do not have cheese in them at all.

The seasonings and spices give most dishes in this cuisine TONS of flavor, so it is really simple to come up with a variety of easy keto recipes to cook.

However, you do have to remember that corn is NOT allowed in ketogenic recipes.  (So, unfortunately, corn tortillas are out of the question.)

Instead, you can wrap your favorite ground turkey taco filling in a cozy lettuce wrap and munch away!

(And if you LOVE lettuce wraps then you’ll definitely want to check out these Peanut Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps and these Ground Chicken Thai Lettuce Wraps!)

Ingredients

The ingredients you need to make ground turkey lettuce wraps are:

• Lettuce – Romaine has a nice size and crispy texture while offering nutrients. Iceberg and butter leaf lettuce may also be used.
• Ground Turkey – This lean protein keeps this recipe healthy. Ground chicken, shrimp, or veggies would also make great fillings.
• Bell Pepper – Red bell pepper offers a nice flavor and color. You may also use green, yellow, or orange peppers.
• Onion – Red onion is used in this recipe for its pop of flavor. Sweet and yellow onions are slightly more mild and may be used instead.
• Taco Seasoning Mix – Store-bought taco seasoning can be used. Or, make your own Homemade Taco Seasoning.
• Salsa – This is where the lettuce wraps get a lot of their flavor. Make sure to use a salsa you really love!
• Oil – Mildly flavored oils like olive oil or avocado oil are best to use.
• Toppings – Fresh tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro really put the flavors and texture over-the-top!

How to Make

Here are the steps to follow for making ground turkey lettuce wraps:

1. Sauté the veggies. Cook the bell pepper and onion in oil over medium heat until the onions begin to turn translucent.
2. Add the ground turkey. Push the veggies to the side of the pan and place the turkey in the middle. Once cooked, mix the veggies and turkey together.
3. Mix in the taco seasoning and salsa. Stir until combined, reduce heat, and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
4. Assemble the lettuce wraps. Fill each lettuce leaf with meat mixture, then garnish with fresh toppings.

Meal Prep and Storage

• To Prep-Ahead: Cook taco meat and clean and cut the toppings. Store the meat and toppings separately. Wait to prep the avocado until just before serving.
• To Store: Keep the cooked meat and prepared toppings in individual airtight containers for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
• To Freeze: Leftover taco meat can be frozen in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 3-4 months. The lettuce and toppings will not freeze well so you will need to prep these just before serving.
• To Reheat: Add the taco meat to a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes. Once warmed, assemble the wraps with the toppings.

FAQs

Should I serve ground turkey lettuce wraps warm or cold?

Serving lettuce wraps warm or cold is a personal preference. Warm is generally preferred as it gives you a wonderful contrast of cold, crisp, lettuce and a warm, comforting filling.

Can I use other ground meat instead of turkey?

Other meat may be used instead of ground turkey. Chicken, ground beef, pork, shrimp, or even tofu will work if you’re vegetarian.

What is the best lettuce to use for lettuce wraps?

Romaine lettuce is the best for lettuce wraps due to the large size and crisp texture. Butter leaf and iceberg are also good options as their leaves are also large enough to fit a lot of fillings.

What lettuce is best for keto?

All lettuce is acceptable on the keto diet. Lettuce contains very few carbs per serving since it is made up primarily of water and some nutrients.

Pro Tips and Tricks

Use a salsa you really like.  The salsa gives the ground turkey a ton of its flavor, so make sure you really like the one you’re using!

Make taco seasoning from scratch.  Homemade taco seasoning is the best to use since you can control the spice level and how much sodium goes into it.

Prep the avocados just before serving.  Since they turn brown pretty quickly, wait to cut the avocado until very last.

Switch up the lettuce wraps.  Different lettuces will have a softer bite or more of a crunch, so switch them up until you find one you like!

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Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps | Paleo, Whole30, Keto Recipe

These Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps are a great low-carb and keto alternative to tacos. Fresh romaine lettuce leaves are stuffed with taco seasoned ground turkey and veggies. Meal prep this quick and easy recipe for a simple and healthy lunch or dinner!

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Course Appetizer, Dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword ground turkey lettuce wraps, taco lettuce wraps

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 373 kcal

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 cup onion finely chopped, divided
• ½ cup red bell pepper finely chopped
• 1 lb. ground turkey 93/7
• 3 Tbsp. taco seasoning mix
• ½ cup salsa mild or medium
• 8 Romaine lettuce leaves*
• 1 large avocado finely diced
• 1 cup tomatoes finely diced
• ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, bell pepper, and ½ cup onion. Saute for 3-4 minutes, or until onions become translucent.

2. Push vegetables to the side of the pan and add last tablespoon of olive oil and ground turkey. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until turkey is cooked through.  Mix vegetables with ground turkey once fully cooked.

3. Add taco seasoning and salsa, stir well, and reduce heat to simmer. Cover and let turkey taco mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes.
4. When ready to serve, fill each lettuce cup up with equal amounts of ground turkey mixture and top with avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Pro Tips and Tricks

Use a salsa you really like.  The salsa gives the ground turkey a ton of its flavor, so make sure you really like the one you're using!

Make taco seasoning from scratch.  Homemade taco seasoning is the best to use since you can control the spice level and how much sodium goes into it.

Prep the avocados just before serving.  Since they turn brown pretty quickly, wait to cut the avocado until very last.

Switch up the lettuce wraps.  Different lettuces will have a softer bite or more of a crunch, so switch them up until you find one you like!

Meal Prep and Storage

• To Prep-Ahead: Cook taco meat and clean and cut the toppings. Store the meat and toppings separately. Wait to prep the avocado until just before serving. 
• To Store: Keep the cooked meat and prepared toppings in individual airtight containers for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
• To Freeze: Leftover taco meat can be frozen in a freezer-safe airtight container for 3-4 months. The lettuce and toppings will not freeze well.
• To Reheat: Add the taco meat to a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes. Once warmed, assemble the wraps with the toppings. 

 

Nutrition Facts

Ground Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps | Paleo, Whole30, Keto Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 373 Calories from Fat 189

% Daily Value*

Fat 21g32%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 62mg21%

Sodium 1194mg52%

Potassium 995mg28%

Carbohydrates 20g7%

Fiber 8g33%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 29g58%

Vitamin A 7135IU143%

Vitamin C 45mg55%

Calcium 51mg5%

Iron 2.9mg16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.